Pistachio-Crusted and Mustard Glazed Salmon

Salmon, one of mightiest fish of the sea! Full of good-for-your-heart-and-brain Omega 3 fatty acids, this is a delicious protein that should be a staple of any caveperson's diet.

This week, we present Salmon glazed in whole grain mustard and lemon, and crusted with pistachios and bread crumbs. A big crowd pleaser with heavy hitter ingredients.

Recipe here and commentary below.

Mo's Version and Comments

This is a great way to dress up Salmon without overwhelming it's natural tastiness. The mustard, lemon, and intricate flavor and texture of the pistachios make this a great date night or classy dinner. There is a synergy here, where the sum is greater than its parts. 

My one recommendation would be, if possible, to use a whole large slab of salmon instead of separate fillets. This makes it much easier to spread on the crust. Also, feel free to use tilapia as a way to kick up a cheaper alternative.

Dan's Version and Comments

I enjoyed this dish. As simple as the recipe may seem this dish is actually quite complex. On the one hand the pistachios have an earthy flavor to them. The lemon and mustard complements that pistachio flavor quite well with acidity and vinegar, respectively.

When cooking this dish be cautious of your time. Nothing is worse than overcooked salmon.

I accompanied my dish with a simple mixed green salad with pesto vinaigrette. I also included some fresh sauteed peppers and mushrooms.

Not only is this dish incredibly delicious and satisfying, it is also blackout nutritious.

Finally, a word of caution. When purchasing your salmon, although it may be tempting to cut corners and go with the farm raised salmon, do not do this. Always go with the wild salmon.

Next week: Chili, Coffee, and Wine Braised Short Ribs!